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Praesidus DD-45 Hangar MidnightvsPraesidus Desert Field

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DD-45 Hangar Midnight
PraesidusDD-45 Hangar Midnight
MSRP $875
Desert Field
PraesidusDesert Field
MSRP $195

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
DD-45 Hangar Midnight40mm
Desert Field34mm
Power Reserve
DD-45 Hangar Midnight40h
Desert Field40h
Water Resistance
DD-45 Hangar Midnight100m
Desert Field50m
MSRP
DD-45 Hangar Midnight$875
Desert Field$195

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Pilot
Field
Diameter
40mm
34mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Dial Color
Sand-Distressed Leather
Red

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Ameriquartz USA
Ronda 515

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$875
$195

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What people say

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Praesidus DD-45 Hangar Midnight

The Praesidus DD-45 Hangar Midnight is lauded for its unique, two-year-developed "Patina" dial, designed to authentically mimic aging on indices and hands, with reviewers highlighting its 38mm stainless steel case as ideal for wearability and its vintage aesthetic. Reviewers note solid finishing and a well-made leather strap, alongside a robust 100-meter water resistance. However, the "A-11" caseback engraving is seen by some as a departure from strict authenticity, and the lume is less bright than anticipated due to the aging treatment. The Swiss Landeron L24 movement's hand-winding action is described as jerky. On balance, reviewers find the Praesidus DD-45 Hangar Midnight a compelling vintage-inspired watch, primarily due to its unique dial development and wearable case size.

Praesidus Desert Field

Praesidus Desert Field owners highlight its textured dial, with one specifically mentioning the Black Texture variant. On balance, owners find the Praesidus Desert Field appealing for its dial textures.

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